Walpole/Nornalup Inlet
- Saltwater
- Estuary
Walpole/Nornalup Inlet
- Saltwater
- Estuary
- Sq. miles
- 6.6
- Boat Ramps
- 0
- Access Points
- 0
- Species
- 3
Walpole/Nornalup Inlet is a stunning estuary system on Western Australia's south coast, formed by the confluence of the Frankland and Deep Rivers with the Southern Ocean. This dual-inlet system, part of the Walpole Wilderness area, offers a tranquil yet productive fishing environment surrounded by ancient karri, marri, and iconic Tingle tree forests. The Walpole Inlet to the north is notably shallow, while the larger Nornalup Inlet to the south provides deeper water and is renowned for holding quality fish. The entire system falls within the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park, creating a protected and scenic destination for anglers seeking both adventure and solitude.
Species & education
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Black Bream
Acanthopagrus butcheri
Tarwhine
Rhabdosargus sarba
Western Australian Salmon
Arripis truttacea
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Walpole/Nornalup Inlet. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Key areas include the deeper basins and channels within the Nornalup Inlet. The channels between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets, accessible via the Knoll Scenic Drive lookout, are noted spots. The shoreline along the Walpole Inlet, particularly near town and access points, offers shallow water opportunities. The confluence areas where the Frankland and Deep Rivers meet the inlets are also likely productive zones, especially on tidal flows.
Know where you can legally fish on Walpole/Nornalup Inlet
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Western Australia licenses and regulations
Western Australia Boating Regulations
Official WA Department of Transport page for recreational boating rules, including vessel registration, safety equipment and lifejacket requirements, speed limits, and marine alcohol and drug laws under the WA Marine Act 1982.
Western Australia Fishing License
Official WA DPIRD page for recreational fishing licences. WA has activity-specific licences rather than one general licence, including a South-West Freshwater Angling licence for inland fishing, plus separate licences for boat fishing, net fishing, rock lobster, abalone, and marron.
Western Australia Fishing Regulations
Official DPIRD page for WA recreational fishing rules, covering bag, size and possession limits, closed seasons, and gear restrictions. Links to the searchable rules database for limits by species and location.
Western Australia Stream Access Laws
WA has no dedicated public stream-access page; this is the closest official page, covering WA's water resources legislation, primarily the Rights in Water and Irrigation Act 1914, which vests water in the Crown.
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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)
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